1958 BMW 503 vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 503 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
